Fotoreproductie van een schilderij van een portret van Sebastião de Melo door Louis-Michel van Loo before 1868

This is a photo reproduction of a portrait of Sebastião de Melo, the Marquis de Pombal, painted by Louis-Michel van Loo before 1868. The artwork depicts the Marquis in a seated pose, gazing intently at the viewer, with a map on the table beside him. The image appears to be a photo reproduction of a painting, suggesting that the artist of the original artwork was likely an anonymous individual. The small size of the artwork, measuring just 93 mm by 62 mm, highlights its intimate nature. Sebastião de Melo, a key figure in Portuguese history, was known for his reforms and modernization efforts during his time as the Marquis de Pombal. This photographic reproduction offers a glimpse into the historical portraiture of this influential figure.